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Why is Turkey recording Europe’s steepest fertility decline over the past decade?

Turkey’s total fertility rate fell from 2.11 to 1.51 between 2013 and 2023. Beyond long-term structural and cultural changes, experts point to economic instability and institutional constraints as key factors behind the recent sharp decline.

Euronews

‘I live in constant fear’: surge in giant sinkholes threatens Turkey’s farmers

Falling groundwater, extreme heat and water-intensive farming are accelerating land collapse, forcing a rethink in agricultural practices

The Guardian - UK

Why Hillside Beach Club, Turkey, is one of the world's most highly rated hotels for a sunshine escape

With idyllic views, excellent food and flawless service, this coastal hideaway in Fethiye is the perfect beach holiday destination

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Imprisoned PKK leader calls for new laws that would advance peace with the Turkish government

The imprisoned leader of a militant Kurdish group in Turkey is urging the government in Ankara to adopt new legislation that would advance peace effort to end their decades-long conflict

The Independent UK

Can a Turkish Evil Eye Really Protect You from Nazar? The Truth Might Surprise You

You’ve probably seen it hanging somewhere — on a car mirror, a bracelet, a doorway, or even stitched onto baby clothes. A deep blue circle with a white and black centre staring right back at you. The Turkish evil eye, often called nazar boncuğu, has quietly travelled across cultures, continents…

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Pilot dies after Nato jet crashes moments after takeoff in Turkey

The government paid tribute to the ‘heroic’ pilot as an investigation was launched

The Independent UK

Africa’s militaries have always relied on imported weapons: why a shift to homegrown defence is now under way

Africa’s militaries are built on imported power. Foreign countries such as China, Russia, the United States, Turkey and France dominate Africa’s weapons market. Between them they supply everything from small arms to attack helicopters, unmanned systems and communications equipment.

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Yellow Letters wins Golden Bear at Berlin film festival dominated by Gaza row

Wim Wenders says German director İlker Çatak’s Turkey-set warning against creeping authoritarianism gave jury ‘chills’

The Guardian - UK

Stefano Domenicali hints at return of much-loved F1 race for 2027: ‘Stay tuned’

Formula 1’s chief executive insisted the sport won’t go over 24 races but an old track looks set for a comeback

The Independent UK

F1 considering format changes, 12 sprints from 2027

Formula 1 is keen to shake up its format and add more sprint races as Stefano Domenicali discusses the potential of new races in Turkey, Asia and Africa

Motorsport

Nearly half of non-homeowning Europeans cannot or will not buy a home, report says

Nearly half of Europeans who do not own their home are either unable or unwilling to buy one. The figures vary widely across the continent, largely reflecting affordability pressures.

Euronews

Turkey deepens Ethiopia ties with energy deals amid regional tensions

Turkey and Ethiopia signed two major economic agreements as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Addis Ababa for the first time in 11 years, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed saying the talks aimed to relaunch economic and security cooperation against a backdrop of strong tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea.

Radio France Internationale

Boost to British Steel as Turkey places high-speed rail order

‘Eight-figure agreement’ made to supply new line between Ankara and İzmir – but questions over plant’s future remain

The Guardian - UK

Trump 'could give US refuge' to man who burned Koran in front of Turkish embassy in London

The man, who sought asylum in the UK from Turkey, claimed he burned the Koran as a protest against ‘Islamic extremism’

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Somalia becomes a flashpoint in Turkey's rivalry with Israel

Staunchly allied with Turkey, Somalia has become a flashpoint in Turkey's rivalry with Israel. Ankara recently deployed fighter jets to Mogadishu in the latest signal that it is determined to protect its strategic interests in the Horn of Africa after Israel recognised the breakaway region of Somaliland.

The Times of India

'Appalling': Midair brawl over racist comments targeting Pakistani fliers, Jet2 flight diverted to Brussels

A Jet2 flight ( LS896) from Turkey's Antalaya to Manchester, UK had to make an emergency landing in Belgium as two passengers started throwing punches at each other while other passengers screamed. Jet2 described their behaviour as “appalling” and said those two flyers would be banned for life.

Radio France Internationale

France to face Italy, Belgium and Turkey in Nations League group stages

France will play Italy, Belgium and Turkey in Group A1 during the pool stages of the 2026-2027 Nations League football tournament.

The Independent UK

Iran accuses Israel of trying to sabotage US nuclear talks and ‘destabilise’ the region

Iran’s security chief sends urgent warning to leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkey after Benjamin Netanyahu met with Donald Trump

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Watch: Major brawl erupts in Turkey parliament; lawmakers trade punches

A violent clash erupted in Turkey's parliament as opposition lawmakers attempted to prevent the swearing-in of a controversial judicial minister. The incident occurred during a cabinet reshuffle, with legislators seen pushing and punching each other. The new appointments come amid ongoing constitutional reform debates and peace initiatives.

Euronews

Brawl erupts in Turkey's parliament over justice minister appointment in cabinet reshuffle

No official reason was given for Wednesday's Cabinet shake‑up, though the Official Gazette said the outgoing ministers had "requested to be relieved" of their duties.

The Independent UK

Greek PM Mitsotakis visits Turkey amid rising tensions

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is visiting Turkey on Wednesday to sustain dialogue amid rising tensions

The Times of India

Scientists map hidden fault lines beneath the Marmara Sea that could trigger big earthquakes near Turkey

For years, scientists studying earthquake risk in northwestern Turkey have known where the North Anatolian fault runs but not exactly how it behaves beneath the Marmara Sea. That uncertainty has mattered. The offshore section lies close to Istanbul and has not ruptured in a major earthquake for more than two…

Euronews

From AI chatbots to shopping and streaming: Which mobile apps are the most downloaded in Europe?

Europe’s app market in 2025 shows a clear gap between what people download and what makes the most money. While utility, shopping and AI apps lead installs, entertainment, subscription and dating apps generate the highest revenues.

Radio France Internationale

Greece and Turkey look to revive rapprochement amid Aegean tensions

A meeting between the leaders of Greece and Turkey next week seeks to rejuvenate a stalled rapprochement process between the neighbouring countries, amid growing tensions and fears of an unpredictable intervention by US President Donald Trump.

The Independent UK

Architect aims to rebuild a church and help restore a quake-hit Turkish city's multicultural past

A Greek Orthodox church in Antakya, Turkey, lies in ruins three years after devastating earthquakes

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